Meaning of the word zing in English
What does zing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
zing
US /zɪŋ/
UK /zɪŋ/
Noun
1.
a sudden burst of energy or enthusiasm
Example:
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The coffee gave him a real zing.
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Her performance had a certain zing that captivated the audience.
2.
a sharp, high-pitched humming or whistling sound
Example:
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The arrow flew past with a sharp zing.
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We heard the zing of the bullet as it ricocheted off the wall.
Verb
1.
to move quickly, making a high-pitched humming or whistling sound
Example:
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The bullet zinged past his ear.
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The ball zinged off the bat and into the outfield.
2.
to make something more lively, exciting, or flavorful
Example:
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Add some lemon juice to zing up the sauce.
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Her witty comments always zinged up the conversation.